Boundary Waters Quetico Forum :: Trip Planning Forum :: 2020 BWCA Cabin Rental Suggestions
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mjmkjun |
tcoeguy: "inspector13: "tcoeguy: "...How does the permit process differ if I am renting a cabin on a border lake? Do I need a day motor permit? Overnight motor permit? No permit? " I have never had to use a day-use motorized permit. However, using the Search feature on this site can help considerably. Indications are that you do need to pay a small fee. Indications also that there is a limited amount issued per lake allowing day-use motorized entry. The best thing you can do is to call Gunflint Ranger Station so a ranger can answer specific questions directly. A minor challenge is to figure out how you are going to retrieve your day-use motor permit each and every day if those specific permits are only issued on "day before or day of entry". My assumption would be to locate a permit-issuing outfitter on the Gunflint able to print-out a motorized day-use. Perhaps someone on this board, with direct knowledge, will eventually respond. meanwhile, two related postings: HERE, and HERE Hope this helps you. |
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jillpine |
Another thought as you look forward- have you considered making the switch to hanging? No more "bare roots" or backaches. For some, the change in comfort is profound. |
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tcoeguy |
inspector13: "tcoeguy: "...How does the permit process differ if I am renting a cabin on a border lake? Do I need a day motor permit? Overnight motor permit? No permit? " We would be in the cabin every night. For a day use motor permit, do you need to reserve them ahead of time? Are there a certain allotment of them similar to overnight paddle permits? |
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inspector13 |
You don’t need to reserve day use permits. You just need to pick them up from your host, ranger station, or entry kiosk. I don’t know about day use motor allotments, if any, however. |
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tcoeguy |
I have always done overnight paddle trips and gotten a permit for that. How does the permit process differ if I am renting a cabin on a border lake? Do I need a day motor permit? Overnight motor permit? No permit? |
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lindylair |
Read others comments to verify but it is a great spot for easy walleye fishing, lots of numbers and occasional good sized fish, 20 inches plus. Seriously, if you are decent walleye fishermen you will have a heyday here. Also some pike and jumbo perch to be had. Very nice lake and off the beaten path so a nice remote feeling. I have never stayed at Bearskin Lodge but the cabins look nice. I have tripped to Crocodile Lake a few times and it's the real deal. Lunkers may be tough but numbers and decent sized fish are pretty dependable. Just a thought, there are plenty of good options. |
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tcoeguy |
I have led a group of 4 to 6 guys into the boundary waters for 5 day canoe trips each of the past 5 years. The first 4 years we went to different spots up the Gunflint Trail and this past year we went up through Ely. Our trips have been fairly rigorous and we haven't shied away from portaging. As we were hauling our overly stuffed packs this past year, we entertained the idea of taking it easy next year. Our idea was to try a cabin rental on the BWCA border. Here is what we are looking for and what we would really appreciate suggestions about: 1) Cabin rental that is on a BWCA border lake. We'd also like to be able to rent canoes from where the cabin is. 2) On a lake that a small motor can be used on. I have a 9.5 HP on a 14 ft boat that would be perfect for up there. 3) Within paddle canoe paddle distance of other lakes. We love doing day trips. 4) Good fishing. Either the lake that the cabin is on or an adjacent lake we could portage to. Target species is walleye. In other words, we want the boundary waters experience; the solitude, wilderness, the fishing, without sleeping on roots and treating back pain. If you know of a cabin rental establishment that meets this criteria, or comes close, please let me know! It is never too early to plan for next year. Much appreciated. |
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walllee |
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Northwoodsman |
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billconner |
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quark2222 |
Tomster |
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Driftless |
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KarlBAndersen1 |
Nothing like carrying way too much gear can make what should be an enjoyable time a miserable one. Learn how to pack. Seriously - the less you carry - the sooner and easier you get where you're going - and the more fun you'll have. Maybe those overnight paddle trips will become more desirable. |
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OCDave |
McFarland Lake VRBO |
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mjmkjun |
The eats at Trail Center are so good! There's a bar in the restaurant section too. If you want the option of setting-up a family-sized tent in a nice developed campground & boat landing closer to Ely, there's Fall Lake. Of course, you are going to encounter canoers and other boaters. |
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bwcadan |
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jdevries |
There are a number of resorts on the White Iron/Farm/Garden chain. Direct access via EP 31/Farm Lake to the North Kawishiwi river plus all sorts of daytrip opportunities within a short drive. 9.5HP would be a bit small on White Iron but probably be plenty for Garden and Farm. As Boppasteveg noted, Pack Sack is on Fall Lake. With some portage wheels you could get all the way into Basswood using your boat. JD |
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Boppasteveg |
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andym |
Pick a resort and talk to them about how best to get them and how hard it is. |
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QuietWaters |
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K52 |
billconner: "Canoe Country Outfitters on Moose Lake." +2 |
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thegildedgopher |
One other thought -- some of the lodges have special arrangements. I know, for example, if you rent a motorboat from Clearwater Lodge, the permit is included because those boats are exempt. So even if all the Day Motor permits are gone for your desired EP/date, there may still be a way. I have not heard anyone mention Gunflint Lodge so I will throw that out there as well. It's a bigger lake and fishing can be tough at times, but the lodge, cabins, and service are top notch. And you can get to Magnetic on the West or Little Gunny > Little North > North on the East end. We took our very low-freeboard, very shallow-v 14 footer on Gunflint and did fine. One day we got pounded by waves in a storm, but if you're experienced it can be done. We ran that little 6 horse all the way across the lake and into the smaller lakes to the east. |
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inspector13 |
tcoeguy: "...How does the permit process differ if I am renting a cabin on a border lake? Do I need a day motor permit? Overnight motor permit? No permit? " If you are camping overnight in the BWCAW you will need an overnight permit, either motor or paddle, depending on how you plan to get to that campsite. If you are staying at the cabin every night you will need a day use permit. |